Cover Story Throwback: Benny Urquidez and Howard Jackson
What a dynamic duo: Benny "The Jet" Urquidez and the late Howard "The California Flash" Jackson ! The two champions showcased their...
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Cover Story Throwback: Ninja
The June 1977 cover of Black Belt  Magazine marked the beginning of the ninja craze , sparking widespread fascination with these...
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Dec 1
Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee in Fighting Stars
February 1979 Fighting Stars throwback features Bruce Lee in the iconic yellow track suit from Game of Death. This legendary look has...
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Nov 28
Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee in Black Belt Magazine
The October/November 2021 issue of Black Belt Magazine  showed the legendary Bruce Lee ready for his final fight scene from Enter the...
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Nov 24
Cover Story Throwback: Ernie Reyes Sr. & Scott Coker
The June 1987 issue of Fighting Stars  featured Ernie Reyes Sr. soaring through the air with a powerful side kick aimed at Scott Coker—a...
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Nov 21
Cover Story Throwback: Mike Chat
The January 2005 issue of Black Belt Magazine  spotlighted Mike Chat, the electrifying martial artist who dominated the '90s with his...
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Nov 17
Cover Story Throwback: Jim Kelly
The May 1972 issue of Karate Illustrated  showcased a legend on its cover: Jim Kelly facing off in a sparring match, giving a glimpse of...
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Nov 14
Cover Story Throwback: Kathy Long and Richard Norton
Martial arts icons Kathy Long and Richard Norton took the spotlight on the cover of the February 1996 issue of Black Belt Magazine ....
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Nov 10
Cover Story Throwback: Keith Vitali
Southern pride Keith Vitali graced the May 1980 cover of Karate Illustrated , marking the start of the flashy 80s era. A former Karate...
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Nov 7
Cover Story Throwback: Dan Henderson
The cover of the August 2006 issue of Black Belt  featured the incredible Dan Henderson , a true powerhouse of MMA. Known for his...
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Nov 3
Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee
The cover of the Spring 1977 issue of Fighting Stars showcased the legendary Bruce Lee, poised for action. Known for his lightning-fast...
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Oct 27
Cover Story Throwback: Roger Moore
The February 1975 issue of Fighting Stars magazine featured none other than Bond—James Bond—portrayed by the iconic Roger Moore. From...
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Oct 24
Cover Story Throwback: S. Henry Cho
The October 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine featured martial arts pioneer S. Henry Cho , powerfully showcasing the skills which he...
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Oct 20
Cover Story Throwback: Dan Inosanto
The cover of the May 1970 issue of Karate Illustrated featured the incredible Dan Inosanto , showcasing a fast and powerful side kick....
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Oct 17
Cover Story Throwback: Jet Li
The cover of the June 2005 issue of Black Belt Magazine featured wushu master and cinematic superstar Jet Li . In 2005, Li took on a...
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Oct 13
Cover Story Throwback: Dan Lee
The cover of the May 1973 issue of Karate Illustrated featured the incredible Dan Lee , moving with powerful grace. Dan Lee was...
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Oct 10
Cover Story Throwback: Mark Dacascos
The cover of the January 1995 issue of Black Belt  featured martial arts film star Mark Dacascos, flying through the air with powerful...
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Oct 6
Cover Story Throwback: James Ryan
The cover of the June 1981 issue of Fighting Stars  featured martial arts film star James Ryan , poised and ready for action. That year...
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Oct 3
Cover Story Throwback: B.J. Penn
The cover of the June 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine showcased the legendary B.J. Penn securing a tight hold on his training...
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Sep 29
Cover Story Throwback: Leo Fong
The cover of the May 1971 issue of Karate Illustrated featured the legendary Leo Fong , showcasing his skills in the same year his first...
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Sep 26
Cover Story Throwback: Phillip and Simon Rhee
October 1985, featured the Rhee brothers, Simon and Phillip , "brothers in arms and feet." Individually, each brother carved his own path...
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Sep 22
Cover Story Throwback: Chuck Norris
The November 1969 issue of Karate Illustrated marked the magazine's second-ever cover, showcasing a young Chuck Norris executing the...
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Sep 15
Cover Story Throwback: Mike Stone
2024 Black Belt Hall of Fame Inductee Mike Stone graced the cover of the December 1980 issue of Fighting Stars. With the rise of...
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Sep 12
Cover Story Throwback: Ernie Reyes Jr.
2024 Black Belt Hall of Fame Inductee Ernie Reyes Jr. is the featured throwback, having graced the cover of the May 1991 issue. At just...
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